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  • Audiobook

    Culture and Anarchy

    Narrated by Digital Voice Martin G ...

    Unabridged

    6 hours 28 min

    This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Matthew Arnold's famous series of essays, which were first published in book form under the title Culture and Anarchy in 1869, debate important questions about the nature of culture and society. Arnold seeks to find out what culture really is, what good it can do, and if it is really necessary. He contrasts culture, which he calls the study of ... Read more

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  • Poetry

    Matthew Arnold was a cultural critic and inspector of schools in Victorian Britain. In his day he was famous for his critique of British society in Culture and Anarchy , but he was also well-known for his eclectic poetry. Some of his poems commemorate lost loved ones, like "Thyrsis" (for his friend, the poet Arthur Hugh Clough) and "Kaiser Dead" (for a deceased dog). Others speak to ubiquitous ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    B. J. Harrison Reads The Scholar-Gypsy

    Narrated by B. J. Harrison ...
    Series series The Classic Tales with B. J. Harrison

    Unabridged

    20 min

    An impoverished Oxford scholar decides to quit his studies and joins a group of gipsies. He absorbs their customs, trades and traditional way of learning. He learns that wisdom is not only to be found in schools and universities. It is among us and it is up to us to open our eyes to it. Matthew Arnold's "The Scholar Gipsy" reminds us of this. ... Read more

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  • Culture and Anarchy

    Matthew Arnold's acclaimed collection of essays tackles difficult questions about humanity, culture, society, and the ultimate value of governmentIn this critical masterwork, Matthew Arnold contrasts culture, which seeks to utilize the best of human thought, with anarchy, which derives from the impulse toward nonconformity and the dissolution of the church. In the context of these two opposed ... Read more

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  • Culture and Anarchy: An Essay in Political and Social Criticism (1869)

    According to Wikipedia: "Matthew Arnold (24 December 1822 15 April 1888) was an English poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools.... In 1852, Arnold published his second volume of poems, Empedocles on Etna, and Other Poems. In 1853, he published Poems: A New Edition, a selection from the two earlier volumes famously excluding "Empedocles on Etna", but adding new poems, ... Read more

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  • St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England

    Enriched edition. Exploring Protestantism: A Critical Analysis of Faith and Society

    In "St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England," Matthew Arnold deftly navigates the theological landscape of 19th-century Britain, examining the nuanced interplay between early Christian thought and contemporary Protestantism. Arnold's literary style is characterized by its eloquent prose and rigorous argumentation, blending historical analysis with a ... Read more

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  • Culture and Anarchy

    Series series Oxford World's Classics
    'The men of culture are the true apostles of equality.' Matthew Arnold's famous series of essays, which were first published in book form under the title Culture and Anarchy in 1869, debate important questions about the nature of culture and society that are as relevant now as they have ever been. Arnold seeks to find out 'what culture really is, what good it can do, what is our own special need ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • Celtic Literature

    Enriched edition. Unveiling the Mystical Beauty of Celtic Literary Traditions

    In "Celtic Literature," Matthew Arnold presents a comprehensive exploration of the poetic and narrative traditions of the Celtic peoples, illuminating the nuances of their cultural heritage. This work, characterized by Arnold's eloquent prose and critical analysis, delves into the interplay between folklore, mythology, and literary expression prevalent in Irish and Welsh literature. Arnold adeptly ... Read more

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  • Culture and Anarchy

    An Essay in Political and Social Criticism (Including the Biography of the Author)

    In 'Culture and Anarchy,' Matthew Arnold intricately explores the interplay between culture and societal structures in Victorian England. His prose combines eloquence with critical clarity, employing a mix of historical analysis and philosophical inquiry to dissect the implications of his era's shifting values. Arnold articulates a vision of 'culture' that transcends mere refinement; he positions ... Read more

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  • Celtic Literature

    Enriched edition. A Lyrical Study of Irish, Welsh & Scottish Myths, Identity, and Spiritual Traditions in 19th-Century Criticism

    In "Celtic Literature," Matthew Arnold embarks on a profound exploration of the rich tapestry of literary traditions stemming from the Celtic regions. The book adeptly combines literary criticism with cultural analysis, examining works from the Irish, Welsh, and Scottish literary canon. Arnold's stylistic approach is marked by its lyrical prose and nuanced discussions, positioning Celtic ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    Victorian Poetry Volume 1

    Series series Victorian Poetry

    Unabridged

    1 hour 12 min

    Victoria’s reign was long and presided over the restless expansion of the British Empire and reams of creative genius. Within these volumes we can bring only a glimpse of the richness, beauty and words of their poets and their musings on this remarkable age. Many are world renowned – Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, Kipling, Austin, Hopkins, Hardy and Swinburne. Some almost forgotten – Patmore, Newbolt ... Read more

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  • The Function Of Criticism At The Present Time

    Arnold believes that the ultimate function of humankind lies in exercising its creative powers. He delineates the function of criticism in this work saying that it filters the contents that will reach society. That a critic can judge the greatness of a literary piece has been asserted. ... Read more

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